Chris Kayahara

Chris Kayahara

Graduate Architect

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Software Engineer | Designer | Technical Architect | Musician

  • Education

    • BrainStation

      2023 - 2023
      Diploma of Education Computer Software Engineering
    • Ryerson University

      2011 - 2015
      Architecture
  • Experience

    • Adamson Associates Architects

      Apr 2015 - Dec 2017
      Graduate Architect

      Collaborated within large teams of 10 to 30 to produce quality construction documentation for luxury projects in Toronto and New York City (eg. The Well and Central Park Tower)Accelerated construction documentation processes with custom automation scripts.Maintained 3D models and databases to ensure efficient workflows for project teams.Worked with designers to produce feasible construction details that match the original design intent.

    • Linebox Studio

      Dec 2017 - Jan 2023
      Senior Technologist and BIM Lead

      Led design and development for small to medium scale residential projects in Ottawa, taking careful consideration for client requests, local regulations and constructability.Worked with other designers while directing technical details to produce quality constructable designs for high profile tech offices in Toronto and large scale residential projects in Ottawa.Managed software workflows and procedures for the office, while looking to enhance productivity through automation and cutting edge technical practices and applications.Trained the entire office staff of 10 in industry leading design software with customized curriculum in order to fully transition the office from an AutoCAD to Revit workflow, while documenting these standards in an official office manual. Show less

    • Linebox Studio

      Jul 2023 - Jun 2024
      Senior Technologist, Revit Specialist

      Resumed role after certificate program. See below Architectural Technologist experience below.

    • Christopher Kayahara Consulting Inc.

      Nov 2023 - now
      Web Developer

      Designed and developed custom websites for small to medium sized businesses, with special attention to UX design.Utilized modern front end javascript frameworks and libraries, such as React and NextJS.Incorporated headless CMSs to allow clients to edit and add new content to their websites after it has been deployed.

    • Ratio.City, a division of Esri Canada

      Jun 2024 - now
      Front-End Developer
  • Licenses & Certifications